National Treasury's decision to withhold billions of rand from 69 municipalities over financial noncompliance has intensified concerns about the state of local government. Governance expert Dr Bernard Sebake says councils that repeatedly fail to implement recovery plans and meet their constitutional obligations should expect tougher intervention, including possible administration.

Dr Zweli Mkhize sheds light on the National Treasury's bold move to withhold R13.5 billion from 69 municipalities, revealing the underlying governance challenges that demand…

The National Treasury has temporarily withheld equitable share transfers to seven municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal due to governance failures, prompting a response from local…